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Citizenship Washington Focus delegates on the front steps of the U.S. Capitol.

Travel, Overnights, and Sponsored Trips

The following guidance and best management practices govern travel and transport of minors, sponsored trips, and overnight events for the South Dakota 4-H program. Collectively, these practices enhance youth safety, program integrity, and fund stewardship.

Gardeners browsing a tablet computer while visiting a garden center.

Home Horticulture Resources for Gardeners

Horticulture is the branch of plant agriculture dealing with garden crops. In addition to our website, there are many horticulture resources available on the web to provide research-based information to help every gardener succeed.

SDSU Extension Annie’s Project for women in agriculture begins Feb. 8 near St. Onge

January 10, 2023

Women in agriculture looking for a bit of a boost can take advantage of the 2023 Annie’s Project, which starts in February at a ranch near St. Onge.

Second SDSU Extension Annie’s Project group starts March 21 in Brookings

March 21, 2023

Women in agriculture have another chance to take part in Annie’s Project this year, starting March 21 in Brookings, South Dakota.

SDSU Extension hosting specialty crop tours near Sturgis, Colton to celebrate 20 years of Annie’s Project

September 01, 2023

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Annie’s Project, South Dakota State University Extension will host tours of two South Dakota specialty crop growing operations.

Register now for fall series of SDSU Extension Annie’s Project in Britton

September 20, 2023

Women in agriculture have another chance to take part in the South Dakota State University Extension Annie’s Project for women in agriculture.

Purchasing Bred Females

Weaning time is here and the decision to retain or sell heifers is front and center. Regardless of your decision, there is opportunity to purchase bred females and increase the calves available to market next season in a strong market.

State 4-H Livestock Judging

SDSU Extension 4-H will host the State 4-H Livestock Judging competition in September at the South Dakota State University (SDSU) Animal Science Arena in Brookings, South Dakota.

Dairy Production in South Dakota: Growth and Consolidation

Research has found continued growth in dairy production in South Dakota over the past two decades, with most growth concentrated in large operations in Eastern South Dakota, indicating a trend of consolidation with large farms in concentrated regions.

Group of 4-H youth being sworn in in the state legislative chamber in Pierre South Dakota

4-H Policies & Procedures

These guidelines have been established to aid South Dakota 4-H’s mission of positive youth development. Be sure to read the Overview section first as it provides the overarching guidance that sets the stage for all other 4-H policies and procedures.